Is your organization looking for ways to explore generating revenue? Has your organization already identified social enterprise as a strategy and is contemplating business acquisition?
There are many advantages to buying an existing business:
- A proven track record,
- A structure for generating revenue
- A defined product or service,
- Employees,
- An existing customer base,
- A network of suppliersand an established distribution channel
If this is something your organization is interested in exploring, please complete this Expression of Interest.
CSCNL is also compiling a listing of small businesses looking to sell. It is through a matching process that we aim to link potential sellers with potential buyers.
For buyers accepted to the program, we provide hands-on support, and funding for relevant business expenses up to $15K.
- Up to $5K for business valuation
- Up to $5K for legal costs related to the acquisition
- Up to $5K for business plan/financials
We are also exploring future funding opportunities for organizations that complete an acquisition.
[1] Scale Collaborative, Pathways to a Successful Purchase, Adapted Buyers Workbook for Non-Profit and Charitable Organizations.